Description
The Caol Ila 12 Years Old is one of the most characteristic representatives of the island of Islay and is one of the established Classic Malts of Scotland. This single malt shows the typical signature of the distillery, which has been producing whisky with maritime depth and a fine smoky character on the north-eastern coast of Islay since 1846. The 12-year-old Caol Ila is considered a middleweight malt, but has an impressive combination of crisp phenols, oily textures and a clearly defined smokiness. Its well-balanced style combines maritime freshness, delicate sweetness and strong peat to create a harmonious overall picture that will delight both newcomers to the world of smoky whiskies and experienced Islay fans. With colorant and bottled at 43% vol., this classic presents itself in a clear, white-golden hue.
The maturation in traditional oak casks gives the Caol Ila 12 Years Old its characteristic depth, while the typical aromas of the island - salt, sea air and peat - are elegantly embedded. The interplay of citrus freshness, mild sweetness and strong smokiness makes this single malt a versatile discovery among Islay whiskies that perfectly reflects the distillery's unmistakable style.
Awards:
- 89 points Jim Murray
- DOUBLE GOLD San Francisco World Spirit Competition 2016
- BEST SINGLE MALT SCOTCH 12 YEARS International Whisky Competition 2015
- GOLD CATEGORY ISLAY UP TO 12 YEARS OLD The Spiritis Business 2015
- GOLD International Spirits Challenge 2013 (automated translation)
Tasting notes:
Color: White gold.
Nose: Delicate citrus scents, fresh maritime notes, light gauze nuances, a pinch of tobacco and increasingly strong smoky aromas.
Taste: Fine, soft texture; an initially mild sweetness, followed by intense peat smoke and subtle tropical fruits.
Finish: Long, clear and clean with a lingering smokiness.
This Islay single malt harmonizes perfectly with smoked meats such as salmon or mackerel, grilled meats or strong cheeses such as cheddar or blue cheese. Dark chocolate with sea salt, lemon tart or roasted nuts are also aromatically suitable companions. Its salty freshness is particularly impressive in combination with oysters or maritime starters. On its own, slightly chilled or with a few drops of water, its complex aroma opens up and lingers in the glass for a long time. (automated translation)
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EU-Food & safety
Distributor/Importer:
Diageo Austria GmbH, Teinfaltstrasse 8, 1010 Wien, Österreich, coline.girardeau@diageo.com
Producer/Distillery:
Caol Ila Distillery, Port Askaig, Isle of Islay PA46 7RL, Vereinigtes Königreich
Brand:
Caol Ila
Notices:
Please recycle.
Colorant:
With caramel coloring.
Table of nutritional values:
|
per 30 ml |
| Energy |
298 KJ
71 kcal
|
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